Library Assistant

2 weeks ago

Kansas City, United States The Kansas City Public Library Full time

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Basic Information

•Reports to the Westport Assistant Branch Manager.

•24 hours per week.

•$16.93 per hour.

•Position is open until filled.

Schedule

Tuesday: 9am - 6pm

Thursday: 9am - 6pm

Friday: 8:30 am-5 pm

Saturday: 9 am -5 pm

(Fridays and Saturdays alternate each week).

Job Duties (Essential Functions)

  1. Provides basic circulation and registration services to assure patrons ready access to library materials: Checks materials in and out; issues library cards; collects fines and charges; updates customer records in the computer; verbally explains circulation policies and procedures; makes other computer inquiries; and processes patron requests for reserve items.
  2. Provides excellent customer service (in-person or over the phone): assist patrons with use of library databases, computer equipment, and software; process patrons' request material; prepares and sends Interlibrary Loan requests; provides patrons with reader's advisory assistance; and if unable to assist with the request, directs call to the appropriate staff person.
  3. Assists in processing United States Passport applications and trains new staff on the process.
  4. Maintains effective courteous working relationships with all library patrons and staff.
  5. Lifts, routes and shelves materials, which may weigh up to 35 pounds, from book bins and shelves.
  6. Performs other related work and as assigned, notary services and supporting programs or activities developed and promoted by other Library colleagues.
Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions and job requirements of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

Requirements
  1. Must be able to meet the requirements to become a U.S. Passport Agent and Notary.
  2. Demonstrated ability to meet and serve the public, working effectively with customers of all ages.
  3. Demonstrated ability to be a team player.
  4. Demonstrated ability to learn library operations, services and policies, including computer procedures; willingness to learn and keep current with emerging technologies.
  5. Demonstrated ability to use decision making skills to reflect values-based principles.
  6. Demonstrated ability to organize daily work routines for location effectively.
  7. Demonstrated ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
  8. Must be able to work at a counter used for customer interactions.
  9. Must be able to access materials from shelves which may be overhead or those which may be below waist level.
  10. Many duties performed while standing and bending; ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
  11. Ability to speak and understand English is required, additional consideration will be given to individuals that are proficient in any non-English languages spoken in Jackson County, MO including Spanish, Vietnamese, French, Arabic, and Swahili.
Required Education and Experience:
  1. High school diploma or G.E.D. This requirement may also be met by an equivalent combination of education, work experience, and life experience.
  2. Customer Service experience preferred.


Salary Description

16.93 per hour

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